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Mechanical Engineer, Softgoods/Plastics

San Jose, CA$120k–$180kfull-timemidAdded today

About this role

Figure, an AI robotics company in San Jose, seeks a Mechanical Engineer to design and develop softgoods and plastic components for general-purpose humanoid robots. You'll lead the design of injection-molded parts and collaborate with industrial design teams to bring robots to life for commercial and industrial applications.

What you'll do

  • Design 3D CAD parts meeting load conditions, industrial design requirements, and durability standards
  • Partner with industrial designers to execute the robot's visual form and system vision
  • Maintain and manage the industrial design robot buck, coordinating with suppliers and internal teams
  • Develop injection-molded plastic parts with Class A surface finishes
  • Create accurate 2D drawings using GD&T per ASME Y14.5 standards
  • Conduct first-article inspections, build test stands, and support ongoing robot platform development

What they're looking for

  • 3D CAD design (complex geometry expertise)
  • Injection molding and die-cutting processes
  • GD&T and ASME Y14.5 drawing standards
  • Prototype design and fabrication
  • Industrial design collaboration
  • FEA and simulation analysis
  • Technical documentation and design processes
  • Contract manufacturer coordination
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Figure develops advanced humanoid robots powered by AI technology. The company is hiring engineers across mechanical design, firmware development, manufacturing, quality assurance, and security to build and refine its autonomous robotic systems.

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Likely interview questions

  • Describe your experience designing injection-molded plastic parts and how you ensured Class A surface quality in high-volume manufacturing.
  • Tell us about a time you worked closely with an industrial designer—how did you balance their vision with engineering constraints?
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